Veterinary Technician

The Cat Doctor is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Veterinary Technician Status: Full-time Salary: Negotiable and based on experience Schedule: Monday through Friday

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Looking for a Veterinary Technician Role Designed Around Cats and Work-Life Balance?

The Cat Doctor is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our feline-focused team. Our technicians are valued members of the hospital and play a critical role in delivering exceptional care to Portland's cats while building strong relationships with their owners.

If you love cats, enjoy practicing high-quality medicine, and want to work in a hospital where your skills are appreciated and utilized, we'd love to meet you. We're looking for a Veterinary Technician with strong technical abilities and a willingness to assist with client service responsibilities when needed.

At The Cat Doctor, we believe veterinary medicine should be rewarding both professionally and personally. That's why we offer four-day work weeks, no nights, no on-call shifts, no holiday shifts, and a supportive environment focused on teamwork, growth, and exceptional patient care.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love The Cat Doctor

• Consistent scheduling with no nights or weekend hours
• Four-day work weeks that support work-life balance
• No on-call or holiday shifts
• Team-first culture that values collaboration and growth
• Leadership that listens and invests in employee development
• Mentorship, continuing education, and career advancement opportunities
• A feline-exclusive environment focused on low-stress patient care
• A team of cat lovers who are passionate about what they do

What You'll Do

• Prepare and maintain exam rooms and treatment areas
• Gather patient histories and perform physical assessments
• Practice safe and effective feline-friendly handling and restraint techniques
• Educate clients regarding preventive care, treatments, and follow-up instructions
• Monitor surgical and anesthetic patients
• Perform dental prophylaxis procedures and obtain dental radiographs
• Obtain diagnostics including radiographs, blood samples, laboratory samples, and in-house laboratory testing
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients and team members
• Support daily hospital operations while providing exceptional patient care

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• Previous Veterinary Technician experience required
• Strong technical skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of feline preventive care and vaccination protocols
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and dental procedures preferred
• Excellent communication and client education skills
• Reliability and professionalism in a fast-paced environment
• Critical thinking, curiosity, and a positive attitude
• Passion for feline medicine and patient advocacy
• Ability to work collaboratively while supporting both medical and client service teams

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

• A workplace dedicated exclusively to feline medicine
• A team that genuinely appreciates and supports one another
• Opportunities to continue learning and advancing your skills
• Leadership that encourages professional growth
• Predictable scheduling that allows for a healthy work-life balance
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of cats and their families every day

Benefits You Can't Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you're ready to join a team that values your skills, supports your growth, and shares your passion for feline medicine, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of The Cat Doctor family!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at The Cat Doctor and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.